Cheapest price
$202
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
20 h 5 m
Average duration
20 h 40 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
1146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $202.
Of the 24 buses that leave Chicago, IL for New York, NY on Thu, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 1146 km distance in an average of 20 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 5 m .
On Thu, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 21 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €159. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg.
Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€207 Average price | €202 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price |
22h 15m Average duration 21h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1d 27h 58m Average duration 1d 27h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() ![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 22h05 | 10:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 26h05 | 2:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 35h05 | 11:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 20h10 | 8:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 24h05 | 12:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 11:55 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 27h35 | 3:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 23h30 | 2:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 34h00 | 1:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 26h30 | 5:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 28h15 | 7:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 28h05 | 7:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 29h20 | 8:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | 4:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 25h00 | 5:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | 4:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 32h30 | 1:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 4:30 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 26h35 | 7:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 25h15 | 9:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
Thursday, June 26 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 20h05 | 8:20 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 20h45 | 9:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() ![]() | 3:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 36h30 | 3:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 20h45 | 1:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 4:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 22h50 | 3:05 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 24h25 | 4:40 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | 4:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 22h40 | 2:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 711 miles (1145 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $240 (€194) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 20h 55m |
First bus 12:55 |
Last bus 22:00 |
For as little as $134 (€109) you can travel by bus to New York, NY from Chicago, IL with Greyhound and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
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